{"title":"Getting Started","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhere do I begin an exploration of frame drums and tambourines?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for a simple answer...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great drum to begin your exploration of frame drumming would be: \u003cstrong\u003eCooperman Classic model, 16\" diameter, with Renaissance drum head, \u003c\/strong\u003ewhich is included in the Cooperman Classic Tars and Bendirs collection below. \u003cem\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIf you're studying with one of our Artist Endorsers, however, the best thing to do is to follow your teacher's lead.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Cooperman Classic\" drums are the \"standard\" against which we have based the various, nuanced Artist Innovation Series versions.  It is, simply, the \"all-around\" good choice for beginners and professional.  At 4\" deep, these drums are suitable for upright, lap-style, or free-hand style playing positions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePlaying position\u003c\/span\u003e: If you are primarily playing in the upright position:  consider a Glen Velez Handance model or a Krista Holland Model (our lightest weight drum).                                For lap-style and free-hand style playing position, a drum that is wider and heavier is probably a good choice: Choose a \"Lap-Style\" model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003epitch \u003c\/span\u003eof a drum is directly related to its diameter, so think:                                                             12\" or 13\" diameter drums - higher pitched,                                                                               14\" to 16\" drums - mid-range,                                                                                                     18\"-22\" drums - bass range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHead material:  \u003c\/span\u003eREMO Renaissance is our \"go-to\" head for it's clean articulation and complex timbre.  R\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eEMO Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e is an alternative if you prefer a somewhat darker, mid-range timbre.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"classic-tars","title":"Classic Series Tars and Bendirs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooperman Classic Tars \u003c\/strong\u003eare crafted in our standard dimensions as listed here, or can be customized as a \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Bendir\u003c\/strong\u003e, or a \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Lap Style Tar or Bendir.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eCooperman Classic Tars, \u003c\/strong\u003ecrafted of single-ply steam bent Vermont cherry wood, are available in diameters from 12\" to 22\". Our standard depth is 4\". Each drum is finished with instrument grade lacquer, hand buffed and waxed, and is made with a thumb hole.. We hand mount our recommended Remo Renaissance synthetic head; you can also choose the Remo Ebony Suede synthtic head for an additional cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Classic Tars can also be made at a depth up to 4.75\" for \u003cstrong\u003elap style play\u003c\/strong\u003e. Follow this link to order increased shell depth, up to a  maximum of 4.75\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"add shell depth as customization\" href=\"\/products\/add-additional-depth\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"recommendations for lap style drum\" href=\"\/products\/lap-style-frame-drums\"\u003erecommended specs for classic lap style drum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"add shell depth as customization\" href=\"\/products\/add-additional-depth\"\u003ecustomize your drum for depth in other ways\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Tars\u003c\/strong\u003e are also available as Bendirs. Our \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Bendirs\u003c\/strong\u003e have the same drum specifications as the tar, but are fitted with 4 strands of snare string that create the characteristic buzz sound of Morrocan\/North African style drums.  The strings can be loosened and tied back to \"defeat\" the buzzing. Follow this link to add bendir strings to your tar drum order:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/customize-your-drum-with-bendir-strings\" title=\"bendir strings as customization\"\u003ecustomize your drum with bendir strings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also choose to customize your drum with different color cording, inlays, overlays, various colors and styles of stain, and other special order features. Follow this link to get some ideas: - cord color selection, inlay, overlay, stains, etc.:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"customize your frame drum\" href=\"\/collections\/customize-your-drum\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecustomizations for your drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWe carry an assortment of Meinl bags for frame drums. Follow this link to see the bags:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"bags for your frame drum\" href=\"\/products\/frame-drum-bags\"\u003eadd a drum bag\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"bags for your frame drum\" href=\"\/collections\/bags-for-your-frame-drums\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eIMPORTANT: DELIVERY INFORMATION\u003cbr\u003eYour drum is made to order in our Vermont workshop, built one at a time for the artist who will play it. Current delivery time averages 6–8 weeks. If you have a performance, event, or deadline coming up, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to check on your order timeline. Follow this link to check out our drums available to ship now\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/v6iBZJan-bo?si=ED1_mY6PRiGsPewM\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cooperman Store","offers":[{"title":"12\" \/ Remo® Renaissance","offer_id":40312567005343,"sku":"","price":405.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" \/ Remo® Ebony Suede","offer_id":40312870437023,"sku":"","price":415.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14\" \/ Remo® Renaissance","offer_id":40312567070879,"sku":"","price":414.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14\" \/ Remo® Ebony Suede","offer_id":40312870502559,"sku":"","price":424.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16\" \/ Remo® Renaissance","offer_id":40312567136415,"sku":"","price":419.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16\" \/ Remo® Ebony Suede","offer_id":40312870600863,"sku":"","price":434.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\" \/ Remo® Renaissance","offer_id":40312567201951,"sku":"","price":448.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\" \/ Remo® Ebony Suede","offer_id":40312870666399,"sku":"","price":458.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20\" \/ Remo® Renaissance","offer_id":43445910536425,"sku":"","price":476.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20\" \/ Remo® Ebony Suede","offer_id":43445910569193,"sku":"","price":486.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22\" \/ Remo® Renaissance","offer_id":40312567333023,"sku":"","price":537.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22\" \/ Remo® Ebony Suede","offer_id":40312871616671,"sku":"","price":547.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/1758\/5311\/products\/14_tar_drum.jpg?v=1762285115"},{"product_id":"velez-series-handdance-tars","title":"Velez Series Handance Tars","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Glen Velez Series Handance Tars are designed specifically for Velez's Handance Method -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA unique method for hand drumming and personal rhythmic development from Glen Velez, the world's leading frame drummer. Handance is more than learning how to play hand drums: it's a holistic method for integrating rhythmical \"visualization\" concepts with physical timekeeping and drumming techniques. The unique \"stepping,\" singing and drumming exercises build personal drumming confidence and develop a solid rhythmic inner awareness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur drums are lightweight, expertly crafted, and designed for use in any musical setting.  They can be tuned to a range of pitches, while the synthetic head insures maximum resonance in any climate.  Handance drums are shallower than standard Cooperman models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 1\/2\" depth, single-ply steambent Vermont Cherry wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle arch grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear musical grade lacquer finish\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCording color coordinated with diameter for easy identification in group setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended REMO Renaissance drum head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eIMPORTANT: DELIVERY INFORMATION\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eYour drum is made to order in our Vermont workshop, built one at a time for the artist who will play it. Current delivery time averages 6–8 weeks for all tars except the ghaval, which is 8 to 10 weeks. If you have a performance, event, or deadline coming up, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to check on your order timeline. Follow this link to check out our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"drums available to ship now\" href=\"https:\/\/www.coopermanframedrums.com\/collections\/featured-drums-available-to-ship-now\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edrums available to ship now\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cooperman Store","offers":[{"title":"12\"","offer_id":40305892491423,"sku":"183.00","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14\"","offer_id":40305892524191,"sku":"244.00","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16\"","offer_id":40305892556959,"sku":"275.00","price":360.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\"","offer_id":40305892589727,"sku":"300.00","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14\" Handdance Ghaval","offer_id":41244887744671,"sku":"275.00","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/1758\/5311\/products\/set_of_Velez_Series_handance_tars.jpg?v=1762263929"},{"product_id":"krista-holland-ais-series-comfort-grip-tar-drum","title":"Krista Holland AIS Series Tar Drum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eAIS Krista Holland Drum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e manifests Krista's powerful approach to frame drumming as a contemplative and ritual practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum has been designed to be especially light in weight and nimble.  The ergonometric \"comfort grip\" arch assures stability while optimizing the players' flexibility, and access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12\", 14\", 16\" and 18\" diameter x 3\" depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEspecially thin, single-ply steam bent Vermont Cherry wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusical Instrument grade lacquer, buffed to a soft shine..\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBee image overlay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignature \"Comfort Grip\" arch. NOTE: we can add, additionally,  one or two thumholes for an added fee.f\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echocolate brown cord.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eREMO Renaissance drum head recommended by Krista.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"customize your drum\" href=\"\/collections\/customize-your-drum\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLICK HERE\u003c\/strong\u003e to substitute a REMO Black drumhead (additional $15.00)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"customize your drum\" href=\"\/collections\/customize-your-drum\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLICK HERE\u003c\/strong\u003e to add bendir strings to any size drum (additional $30.00)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate Weights:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12\"    about 1 lb (454 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14\"   about 1.35 lbs  (612 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16\"   about 1.40 lbs (635 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18\"   about 1.7 lbs (772 grams) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eIMPORTANT: DELIVERY INFORMATION\u003cbr\u003eYour drum is made to order in our Vermont workshop, built one at a time for the artist who will play it. Current delivery time averages 6–8 weeks. If you have a performance, event, or deadline coming up, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to check on your order timeline. Follow this link to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coopermanframedrums.com\/collections\/featured-drums-available-to-ship-now\" title=\"drums available to ship now\"\u003edrums available to ship now\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cooperman Frame Drums","offers":[{"title":"14\"","offer_id":47127354802409,"sku":"","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16\"","offer_id":47127354835177,"sku":"","price":460.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\"","offer_id":47714733195497,"sku":"","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\"","offer_id":47714967847145,"sku":"","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/1758\/5311\/files\/krista_12_thru_18_flight.jpg?v=1762283145"},{"product_id":"lap-style-frame-drums","title":"Lap-Style Frame Drums","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned for drummers who play primarily in the \"lap-style\" or \"free-hand style\", these drums are essentially a Cooperman Classic model drum with added depth - 4.75\" (12 cm) instead of the classic 4\" (10.16 cm). The added depth makes the drum more stable on your leg, and the added depth gives it a little more sonic \"punch.\"  This model is built \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ewithout the thumbhole,\u003c\/span\u003e though one can be added upon request. (PICTURED WITH A THUMBHOLE).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 4 3\/4\" depth. (about 12 cm).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-ply steam bent Cherry wood shell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusical instrument grade, clear lacquer finish.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eREMO Renaissance drum head recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePicture shows endorsing artist \u003ca title=\"Joelle Barker\" href=\"\/pages\/joelle-barker\"\u003eJoelle Barker\u003c\/a\u003e with a lap style frame drum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eIMPORTANT: DELIVERY INFORMATION\u003cbr\u003eYour drum is made to order in our Vermont workshop, built one at a time for the artist who will play it. Current delivery time averages 6–8 weeks. If you have a performance, event, or deadline coming up, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to check on your order timeline. Follow this link to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coopermanframedrums.com\/collections\/featured-drums-available-to-ship-now\" title=\"drums available to ship now\"\u003edrums available to ship now\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cooperman Frame Drums","offers":[{"title":"14\" (35.56 cm)","offer_id":50062756348137,"sku":null,"price":429.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15\" (38.1 cm)","offer_id":48954294337769,"sku":null,"price":434.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16\" (40.64 cm)","offer_id":48954294370537,"sku":null,"price":434.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"17\" (43.18 cm)","offer_id":48954294403305,"sku":null,"price":463.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18\" (45.72 cm)","offer_id":50062758478057,"sku":null,"price":463.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"19\" (48.26 cm)","offer_id":48954294436073,"sku":null,"price":491.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/1758\/5311\/files\/16deepApril.jpg?v=1705680506"},{"product_id":"drums-for-eyals-drumming-group","title":"Drums for Eyal Lumen's Drumming Group","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned for drummers who play primarily in the \"lap-style\" or \"free-hand style\", these drums are essentially a Cooperman Classic model drum with added depth - 4.75\" (12 cm) instead of the classic 4\" (10.16 cm). The added depth makes the drum more stable on your leg, and the added depth gives it a little more sonic \"punch.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis model is built without the thumbhole, though we can add a thumbhole (shown in the picture) upon request.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 4 3\/4\" depth. 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